A plethora of top European clubs, including Newcastle United, Inter Milan, and Atletico Madrid, are vying for the opportunity to sign Celtic’s midfield sensation, Matt O’Riley. Speculation regarding his future intensified in the summer, with Leeds United and Leicester City also expressing their interest in the 23-year-old.
Despite Leeds making a substantial £10 million bid for O’Riley, Celtic rejected the offer, highlighting the player’s importance to the Scottish club. His impressive form, both domestically and in the Champions League, has earned him attention from several top-tier clubs.
Leicester City, in particular, has been consistently linked with O’Riley, with reports suggesting that the club is closely monitoring his situation ahead of the January transfer window. However, it seems that the Foxes, along with Leeds United, will face tough competition from a multitude of elite clubs across Europe.
Additionally, it has been reported that O’Riley’s new long-term contract with Celtic has only strengthened the club’s position, making it more challenging for potential suitors to secure his services. The player’s substantial contributions on the international stage and his impressive development as a box-to-box midfielder further enhance his appeal to top-tier clubs.
While the interest from Leeds and Leicester persists, it is unlikely that O’Riley will make a move to a Championship side, given the high level of interest from clubs offering European football and substantial financial resources. With potential suitors, resulting in what is expected to be a significant transfer fee, it is clear that several top-tier clubs are vying for the talented midfielder’s signature.
